Thanks, Symota! It is a lot of points, but it is hard to correlate the point system with my knowledge and confidence in the memory work I have done so far. I just know that before using this site, I really had no capability or structure to help work on memorization. I at least feel like I have a routine that is working.
Thanks, Symota! It is a lot of points, but it is hard to correlate the point system with my knowledge and confidence in the memory work I have done so far. I just know that before using this site, I really had no capability or structure to help work on memorization. I at least feel like I have a routine that is working.
Thanks, JDJDJD and Jappel! It is beneficial, and it is a lot of zeros. Honestly, I am so grateful for this site. Prior to using it, I had not found a meaningful way to consistently work on memorization of scripture. But, add in the community of believers who are working right there alongside you, and the blessings and encouragement is so helpful.
I think I still qualify for this group. My dad was a pastor (he passed away in 2010). The last church he served before he retired in 2005 was Coventry Presbyterian Church in Yorktown, VA.
Treeswallow, what is your concern regarding attending Cedarville U (or a Christian college)? Is it simply wanting to do something else or college in general, etc.?
Jappel,
While Evangelist is a biblical term, it is not exclusive. The term comes from the greek and was originally a herald sent out by conquering generals to share the outcome of the war/batter, i.e., share the "good news" in that case. Which is beautifully appropriate when applied to the gospel message.
It sounds to me like you're sensing of God's calling to share the gospel probably is a gift. I am praying that you will continue to serve well as your work, ministry, calling, vocation, become more clear.
rvfc2, There is a certain humility that comes from this process. I have so many more verses memorized than I did a couple of years ago, and yet I still need God's grace and forgiveness as much as I ever have. I have long given up the notion that I will be this fountain of quotation that I envisioned when I started.
As usual, I am a day late and a dollar short. I missed this discussion entirely. And not wanting to rile any feathers further or rekindle a difficult debate that has quieted down, I would like to add one thought... kind of an external thought.
Everyone who signs up on this site to memorize scripture comes from a unique place before God. We are all at different places, have different struggles, and certainly have different views of our God, the Word, and how to live. From my vantage point, we look a lot like the people who hung out with Jesus. We all certainly need Jesus.
I have been the recipient of countless messages of encouragement. At different points, I have wrestled with whether or not I should/could/would continue. In the midst of these moments, many of you have reached out and encouraged me. It helped far more than you know.
One of the great things about memorizing the Word is that at the very least it keeps you in the Word. Being in the Word, being in prayer, leaning on the Holy Spirit are the tools which humble us and make us ready to listen, discern, and proclaim.
My prayer is that as we discuss our differences (they can be varied and sometimes concerning), may we recognize that we engage from a place of humility, recognizing that we all have learned more from a place of humility rather than from a place of righteousness.
Please don't leave the site. Pause, if you must. Reflect, always a good idea. Test with scripture, as unto the Lord. And please don't stop being encouragers. We all need it.
My dad loved the New American Standard, but he always said the best translation is the one you use. I always thought there was wisdom in that. Chapter 5 is just so crazy with the horrific man possessed by Legion and the resurrection of Jairus's daughter... and yet Mark is so strategic in his ordering and choices. Just amazing.
JDJDJD, that is awesome! Chapter 6 is quite a handful. When you finish, you have really accomplished something. What translation are you using? I am using the ESV.
Thanks, JDJDJD and PeterP! And PeterP, it is kind of daunting to think that in terms of completion percentage, I am still not quite at the "halfway mark in Mark!" But I love the little moments along the way when you suddenly realize that you have put in a ton of work and that there are people out that who know what you're going through. Again, thanks for the encouraging words! You both have certainly inspired me to persevere.
Thanks, JDJDJD and PeterP! And PeterP, it is kind of daunting to think that in terms of completion percentage, I am still not quite at the "halfway mark in Mark!" But I love the little moments along the way when you suddenly realize that you have put in a ton of work and that there are people out that who know what you're going through. Again, thanks for the encouraging words! You both have certainly inspired me to persevere.
JDJDJD, that is awesome! Chapter 6 is quite a handful. When you finish, you have really accomplished something. What translation are you using? I am using the ESV.
I’musing KJV. I tried ESV but since I already was so familiar with KJV it kept tripping me up so I’ve decided to stick with KJV for Mark. Chapter 6 is great 👍 Loved ch 5 too. 💕
My dad loved the New American Standard, but he always said the best translation is the one you use. I always thought there was wisdom in that. Chapter 5 is just so crazy with the horrific man possessed by Legion and the resurrection of Jairus's daughter... and yet Mark is so strategic in his ordering and choices. Just amazing.
Welcome, Carla_Bryant! Everyone here has played a significant role in keeping me encouraged along the way! We all have various goals and motivations, but the best goal is that we are all getting to know more and more of God's Word.